Category Archives: science

Nonfiction Monday – 10 Things I Can Do To Help My World

Posted on August 25, 2008 by Tricia

I was browsing the stacks at a local bookstore yesterday when this book jumped out at me. I was struck in part by the light bulb cutout on the cover and in part by the recycling symbol and statement indicating … Continue reading →

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Nonfiction Monday – And So They Build

Posted on August 4, 2008 by Tricia

I love books about animals homes. I’m always amazed at the vast array of shapes, sizes, and locations they come in. Perhaps more impressive though, is how some of these homes are built. That is the subject of this beautifully … Continue reading →

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Outstanding Science Trade Books 2008

Posted on March 12, 2008 by Tricia

The NSTA list of Outstanding Science Trade Books for K-12 Students is out. The introduction to the list includes this excerpt about the books selected. Each of these outstanding selections defies the traditional image of a child "curling up with … Continue reading →

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Nonfiction Monday – On Matters Evolutionary

Posted on March 10, 2008 by Tricia

My Foundations of Education class has been studying religion in public education. Before we left for break, we spent time considering the evolution debate. This is a topic near and dear to my heart, and one in which I have … Continue reading →

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Nonfiction Monday – It’s Moving Day!

Posted on February 18, 2008 by Tricia

When I was a kid I was fond of exploring the woods in my backyard. I often wished I could see inside the burrows that were so cleverly hidden near gnarled tree roots and clumps of rocks. In her new … Continue reading →

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Outstanding Science Books Published in 2007

Posted on January 12, 2008 by Tricia

Yesterday I posted the results of the BCCB Blue Ribbon Awards in Nonfiction on my other blog. While I found the selected books to be excellent choices, I was more than a little disappointed that not one science book made … Continue reading →

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Finding Winning Science Titles – Awards and Booklists

Posted on January 8, 2008 by Tricia

Finding good science books for kids isn’t hard, not if you know where to look. There are many outstanding lists published each year, as well as some lesser known awards that highlight excellent science books. Here are some gems you … Continue reading →

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Connecting Science and Children’s Literature

Posted on January 5, 2008 by Tricia

Looking for some ideas for integrating children’s literature into science instruction? These sites offer some great starting points. 40 Books About Science and Scientists http://www.education.wisc.edu/ccbc/books/detailListBooks.asp?idBookLists=76 40 Books About the Seasons http://www.education.wisc.edu/ccbc/books/detailListBooks.asp?idBookLists=84 Combining Poetry and Science http://www.ala.org/ala/booklinksbucket/CombiningPoetryandScience.pdf “Doing” Science with Poetry … Continue reading →